The Convention Bureau promotes Christchurch and the Canterbury region as a business events destination and through our extensive network of business partners and local knowledge, we can help ensure your event is a success. We will offer you free and impartial advice, and help you find all the experts you need from conference venues and accommodation to all event services providers.

We will provide you with local knowledge and can connect you to the right people, organise site inspections, put together comprehensive proposals, and provide destination promotional material.

The Bureau also provides assistance working with the Tourism New Zealand Conference Assistance Programme, for those looking to bid to bring international conventions to Christchurch.

With four major tertiary institutions and a state of the art health precinct underway, Christchurch is a centre of excellence in a range of fields including earth science, health science, agriculture, international education and building technology.

The city and region are premier locations for meeting, conference, exhibition and incentive groups of all sizes, boasting a vast range of venues, accommodation, attractions and activities, all within easy reach on arrival at Christchurch International Airport.